2013 recap: Amaro was a unanimous All-American and had the most productive season ever for a tight end on the college level. He and Ward provided much-needed security for a young quarterback staff (freshmen Davis Webb and Baker Mayfield), but the offense often stalled in the redzone when they couldn’t get open. Still, six receivers had at least 15 catches last year in a pass-heavy offense. The receiving corps adjusted nicely to a new, faster-paced offense under Kliff Kingsbury.

2014 outlook: No one player is going to replace Amaro, but a cavalcade of names will be heard around the Big 12, including Grant, Marquez and the Davis boys (no relation). Grant is a speedy slot receiver who also lines up in the backfield, and Marquez provides hands and route running on the flank. A group of eight core receivers should rotate and benefit from a much matured Davis Webb. Keep an eye on newcomers Lauderdale and Sadler as instant-impact guys. This year’s crop could be more of a warm-up for a potentially very special 2015 offense.

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